You know...

Despite all of the bad things that go on here on earth, this planet makes for some pretty stunning photographs. If these photos aren't evidence enough for the claim that we have a gorgeous panet, then I'm not sure if you could ever be convinced.

This is Iceland.

Sand storm anybody?

These are the Swiss and French Alps. Geneva is on the bottom corner of the curved lake--which is Lake Geneva.

Finally, despite its incredibly destructive power, that hurricane has a certain aesthetic charm, don't ya think? [All of these photos, and more, can be found here.

Speaking of pictures, Jennifer has completed her cycle tour and has started a Flickr Photo Stream. Go check it out.